Columbia Pain Management Blog
Navigating Life with Chronic Illness: The Essence of Spoon Theory
Living with a chronic illness, chronic pain, or disability brings unique challenges that profoundly affect daily life. The spoon theory offers insight into these daily challenges, comparing the energy reserves of those with chronic conditions to a finite number of...
Understanding and Managing Chronic Pain: Insights for Those Affected
Recent studies reveal an alarming prevalence of chronic pain among U.S. adults, surpassing common conditions like diabetes, depression, and high blood pressure. With about 21% of adults experiencing chronic pain and 8% facing high-impact chronic pain (HICP), it's...
Managing Cold Weather’s Impact on Old Injuries: Strategies for Relief
As temperatures plummet during winter, many individuals face the renewed challenge of managing old injuries, which can become more pronounced in cold weather. This phenomenon is not merely a seasonal discomfort but a significant factor affecting the physical...
Arthritis and Exercise: An In-depth Analysis
Arthritis affects approximately 25% of adults in the United States and presents significant challenges in terms of pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility. Although there is no cure for arthritis, a multifaceted approach encompassing treatments and exercises can...
Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA): An Overview for Chronic Pain Management
Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) is a minimally invasive procedure that has gained prominence in the management of chronic pain. Utilizing electrical currents to generate heat, RFA targets and destroys nerve tissue that transmits pain signals, thereby offering patients...
Scapulothoracic Pain Syndromes: Detailed Overview and Enhanced Management Strategies
Scapulothoracic pain syndromes encompass various conditions affecting the region where the scapula moves over the thoracic rib cage. These syndromes can significantly impact functionality and quality of life due to pain and upper back and shoulder mobility...
Innovative Treatments for Plantar Fasciitis: A Comprehensive Approach
Plantar Fasciitis, a common cause of heel pain, stems from plantar fascia inflammation, a thick band of tissue running across the bottom of your foot. This condition, often resulting from overuse and strain, can severely impact daily activities and quality of life....
Advanced Treatments for Occipital Neuralgia: Nerve Blocks, Platelet Lysate, and Peripheral Nerve Stimulation
Occipital Neuralgia is a debilitating condition characterized by severe pain along the occipital nerves, which run from the top of the spinal cord up through the scalp. This condition can significantly impair a patient's quality of life due to chronic pain and...
Platelet-Rich Plasma in the Management of Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome: A Clinical Perspective
Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) represents a common clinical challenge characterized by anterior knee pain associated with activities that load the patellofemoral joint. This condition, often seen in athletes and active individuals, necessitates a multifaceted...
Finding Relief from Tennis Elbow Pain
If you're suffering from tennis elbow, you know how much that burning pain on the outside of your elbow can disrupt your daily activities. Before resorting to surgery, there are several conservative treatment options to try for relief. Home remedies like icing and...